How far is Waterloo, IA from Sac City, IA?
The driving distance from Waterloo, IA to Sac City, IA is about 141.1 miles (227.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 135 miles (217.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 35m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 47m.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Hamilton County, Iowa
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waterloo and Sac City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterloo and Sac City.
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Start on West 4th Street
23 m · 6 sec · West 4th Street
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Turn right onto Washington Street
117 m · 10 sec · Washington Street
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Turn right onto West 5th Street
1622 ft · 34 sec · West 5th Street
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Continue on West 4th Street
2.4 mi · 4 min · West 4th Street
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Turn slight right onto West Ridgeway Avenue
3073 ft · 1 min · West Ridgeway Avenue
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Turn left onto Sergeant Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Sergeant Road
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Take the ramp left
1428 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
134.4 mi · 2 hr 35 min · Avenue of the Saints
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Turn left onto Sierra Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · Sierra Avenue
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Continue on North 5th Street
1 mi · 2 min · North 5th Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
22 m · 2 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waterloo and Sac City.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Avenue of the Saints
Merge slight left onto Avenue of the Saints
134 mi · 02h 35m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Waterloo and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sac City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waterloo to Sac City?
The road trip is about 141.1 miles (227.1 km) and usually takes 02h 47m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Blairsburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.3 miles from Waterloo and 70.7 miles from Sac City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 135 miles (217.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.78 one way or $37.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Waterloo and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sac City.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waterloo and Sac City. Straight-line distance: 135 mi (217.26 km).
#1 Waterloo
The most populous city in Black Hawk County, Iowa.
| Population | 67,292 |
| Coordinates | 42.4927600, -92.3429600 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sac City
City in Iowa
| Population | 2,068 |
| Coordinates | 42.4222000, -94.9897100 |
| Altitude | 371 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sac City (-94.98971, 42.4222)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 227 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 45m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $18.78 | $37.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.18 | $42.36 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $23.18 | $46.35 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $26.41 | $52.83 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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